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Chicago's Cultural Centers

Find events, exhibits, hours, and official sites for Chicago's cultural centers.
Irish American Heritage Center - Photo Tour
Take a photo tour of the massive Irish American Heritage Center located on the northwest side of Chicago.
American-Indian Center of Chicago
Official site for the AIC with a mission to promote fellowship among Indian people of all Tribes living in Chicago, and to create bonds of understanding and communication between Indians and non-Indians in the city.
Chicago Cultural Center
Chicago's mostly free schedule of music, theater, art, and civic events housed in the enchanting, former public library building.
Copernicus Foundation
Polish cultural center hosts "Taste of Polonia," theater, and cultural events.
eta Creative Arts Foundation
Arts and cultural center celebrating Chicago's African American aesthetic.
The Hellenic Museum and Cultural Center
Located in Greek Town, the official site of the Hellenic cultural center features exhibitions, programs, classes, and more.
Irish American Heritage Center
The IAHC community center features classes, concerts, meeting facilities, and more.
Islamic Cultural Center of Greater Chicago
Northbrook-based Islamic Cultural Center features a mosque, library, social hall, offers classes, and nursery.
International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago
Dedicated to promoting and increasing awareness of Latino cultures to all communities. Biggest event is the Latino Film Festival held every spring.
Polish Museum of America
This site is a letter from the First Lady of the Polish Catholic Union of America giving an update on the museum. Currently, the official site of the museum is down and its future is uncertain.
Puerto Rican Arts Alliance
The official link to the PRAA, an organization dedicated to preserving Puerto Rican culture through maintaining traditions, performing arts, classes, and more.
Segundo Ruiz Belvis Center
Classes, workshops, and events to celebrate and promote the Latino community.
Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies
A cultural center open to all to explore the Jewish experience.
South Shore Cultural Center
The official site for the Chicago Park District's south side cultural center, which hosts arts, theater, performance, classes and other events.
Swedish American Museum Center
Located in Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood, the SAMC is dedicated to preserving the Swedish-American heritage in Chicago. Research Nordic family history, visit the Children's Museum on Immigration, find hours, location, exhibits, and more.
Ukranian National Museum
A museum dedicated to documenting the Ukranian immigrant experience, especially in Chicago.

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